Vsc light is on

A code for vsc can't be read at auto parts a pro has to do it. Auto parts only can do engine/trans. Check the fuse and relay under hood for corrosion other than that it has to see what code it's throwing. It's your skid control is acting up.

Hi enidwinters,

This code comes up when one of the wheel speeds sensors have stopped working. Here is a video that will show you how to run the codes to see which one it is.

https://youtu.be/rTtAnsOlZU4

Here is a guide that will help you test the sensor if you do not have scanner.

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/abs-wheel-speed-sensor-test

An error has been detected in the traction control system and you need to retrieve the trouble codes to understand what is wrong and proceed with diagnostics and rectification.

From the book:

RETRIEVING DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODES
NOTE:
Some speed sensor DTCs cannot be retrieved using following procedure. See SPEED SENSOR DIAGNOSTICS for retrieving other speed sensor DTCs.
NOTE: DO NOT start engine when retrieving diagnostic codes.

ABS & TRAC OFF Light Diagnostics
1. Ensure battery voltage is 12 volts. Turn ignition switch to ON position. ABS, TRAC OFF and SLIP indicator lights should illuminate, then go out after 3 seconds. If warning lights do not illuminate, check fuses, bulbs, and appropriate wiring harnesses.

2. Using a jumper wire, jumper check connector terminals Tc and E1 of DLC1 or DLC2. See Fig. 1 -Fig. 2 . If a malfunction is detected, 4 seconds will elapse and ABS or TRAC OFF indicator light will begin to flash a 2-digit Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC). First number of blinks will equal first digit in a code. After a 1.5-second pause, second number of blinks will equal second digit in a code.

3. If 2 or more codes are stored, there will be a 2.5-second pause between each code. After all codes are flashed, there will be a 4-second pause and all codes will repeat. If ABS and TRAC system are functioning normally, and no DTCs are present, ABS and TRAC OFF indicator lights will blink 2 times per second. For code definitions, see DTC DEFINITIONS table. After replacing or repairing components, clear diagnostic codes.

For speed sensor DTCs, connect jumper wire between terminals Ts and E1 of DLC1.

Here is how the wheel sensors are mounted.

Check out the diagrams (Below). Please let us know what you find.

Cheers

Hi there,

This is still safe to drive, what has happened is that the ecu has logged a fault code for this system, and you will need a scan to get the code read, the light will normally stay on until this fault is resolved, until then the trac control & ABS will be in-op, so get the scan done first.

Mark (mhpautos)

I would go get a scan done as the engine check light is indicating that there is a logged fault code post the code here for further assistance.

There will be no old codes now, with the battery disconnected they will be erased, only codes set since attaching the battery will be present. But as I type this, my partner looking over my shoulder has reminded me that her car (same make and model) did the same and after I cleared the codes it never came back. So there may be no need to scan, I would give it a few days and see if the light re sets or not.